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- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE; VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Golf R vehicles. Incorrect front windshield wiper software was installed which may prevent the wipers from activating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
- Risk
- Windshield wipers that cannot be activated may lead to reduced visibility for the driver and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91EN.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The front windshield wiper software in certain vehicles was installed incorrectly. As a result, the wipers may fail to activate when the driver tries to use them, and the vehicles do not meet federal windshield wiping and washing standards.
Wipers that cannot be turned on leave the driver with reduced visibility in rain, snow, or road spray, which increases the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Authorized Volkswagen dealers will update the body control module software at no charge. Owners can contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, referencing recall 91EN. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volkswagen Golf R | 2016 |
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